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TradiTional Fair Food wiTh a healThy TwisT: Food-on-a-sTick! The State Fair will be here before you know it! Food is a main attraction at many state fairs and food on-a-stick has become increasingly popular. Although food-on-a-stick is a very common fair item, it is often deep-fried and has a reputation for being unhealthy. Enjoy nutritious food-on-a-stick instead.

Make eating food-on-a-stick a fun and entertaining activity that everyone will enjoy, especially the kids. The possibilities are endless and sure to get your creativity flowing. Opt for some of these healthier, yet tasty options the whole family will love – no utensils required!

10 sTick-TasTic ideas:

Fruit skewers Thread various fruits onto a skewer. Try making rainbow fruit kebabs, starting with red strawberries or raspberries and ending with purple grapes. Add a yogurt dipping sauce to make a complete showstopper!

one-stick wonders: Use a lean protein like chicken or shrimp and a variety of vegetables, such as peppers, onions, grape tomatoes, carrots and squash, to make a filling dinner all on a stick! Add pineapple or peaches for a delicious way to sneak in an extra serving of fruit.

PB&J: Make a sandwich on whole wheat bread filled with peanut butter, cut it into cubes, and skewer them with red grapes in between for a spin on your typical peanut butter and jelly sandwich.

Breakfast kebobs: Warm up a frozen waffle or French toast, cut it into slices and skewer it along with strawberries, blackberries, blueberries or other pieces of your favorite fruit. Place syrup in a small dish on the side and start dunking.

Popsicles: Blend fruit and yogurt together until smooth, then freeze into popsicle molds or ice cube trays with popsicle sticks and enjoy.

watermelon and Feta cheese: Stack same-sized squares of watermelon and feta cheese for a sweet-and-salty bite. Switch the choice of fruit and cheese to fit your liking.

lunch is served: Thread deli turkey or chicken along with pieces of whole wheat bread, cheddar cheese cubes and grapes. Even salad can be put on-a-stick by alternating iceberg lettuce chunks, carrot slices, cherry tomatoes and cucumber. Dip into your favorite low-fat salad dressing.

Tomato-Basil skewers: Simply alternate fresh mozzarella cheese, tomatoes and basil on small skewers. Drizzle with olive oil, salt and pepper for an easy-to-please treat! See the provided recipe.

Sweet Treat: Cut bananas into halves and freeze. Top them with healthy ingredients such as melted dark chocolate, raisins and chopped nuts.

Pizza-on-a-stick: Roll out whole wheat pizza dough, brush with marinara and Italian seasonings, and top with a few of your favorite toppings. Roll up and enclose sides completely. Cut into small slices, bake, place individual slices on a stick, and eat!

For additional healthy food-on-a-stick ideas, contact your local Hy-Vee dietitian.

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dietitian recipe of MonthToMaTo-Basil skewersServes: 16 (1 skewer each)

All yOU nEED16 small fresh mozzarella balls

16 fresh basil leaves

16 cherry tomatoes

Hy-Vee Select extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling

Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

All yOU DO1. Thread mozzarella, basil and tomatoes on

small skewers. 2. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt and

pepper.

nutrition information per serving: 46 calories; 3g fat (2g sat, 0g mono); 8mg cholesterol; 1g carbohydrate; 0g added sugars; 3g protein; 0g fiber; 217mg sodium; 34mg potassium.Source: adapted from Eating Well, Inc.

dietitian Pick of the Month

siggi’s yogurTDid you know?Siggi’s is a thick and creamy non-fat skim milk yogurt, known as skyr, that is based on a traditional recipe used in Iceland for over 1,000 years!Siggi’s:

•Has 30% less sugar than most yogurts and uses no artificial sweeteners

•Provides two to three times the protein (14-15 grams) when compared to regular yogurt

•Uses all-natural ingredients – milk, fruit and sugar. •Is only 110-120 calories per serving•Has a drinkable form of yogurt called Filmjolk, similar to kefir

Easy to Use•Add fruits, nuts or granola•Make a parfait•Use as a healthy alternative to sour cream•Add to your favorite smoothie•Slim down your favorite dressings and marinades•Freeze into popsicles or create your own frozen yogurt treat•Pour the drinkable yogurt kind over granola

The information is not intended as medical advice. Please consult a medical professional for individual advice.